A new month is here and with the sun in the sky events are coming in hot. The best part? A ton of them won’t cost you a dime!
As always, we don’t want you to miss a beat (or an opportunity to save a few bucks) so we’ve put together a nifty list of 15 FREE or cheap things to do in Calgary this June. Enjoy!
GO TO A PROVINCIAL MUSEUM
With the Queens Platinum Jubilee just around the corner, the province wants you to get out and celebrate! Between June 3rd and 5th, you and your family will be able to check out historic sites and museums all over Alberta for free – so don’t miss it!
When: Friday, June 3rd – 5th
Cost: FREE
HIT THE KENSINGTON NIGHT MARKET
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The warmer weather is finally here, which means so are late-night walks, flip-flops, and sunny day activities! One of our favorites? The Kensington Night Market! If you’re a big fan like we are, hold on to your bags, because it all kicks off on June 2nd.
When: Thursday, June 2nd
Where: 11th street and Kensignton Road NW Calgary
Time: 4 pm – 9 pm
Cost: FREE
CATCH A FILM AT THE 23RD ANNUAL FAIRYTALES FESTIVAL
Pop some corn, support local, and save a couple of bucks. This month, check out one or all 45 of the incredible films featured in the 24th FairyTales Queer Film Festival – an annual event that gives the LGBTQ+ community a platform to share stories of self-love, suppression, acceptance, and misrepresentation.
Date: Friday, June 3rd – 12th
Location: 617 8 Ave SW, Calgary
Cost: $7.37+
CHECK OUT THE DUNVEGAN GARDEN CENTRE
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This June, get your flower fix at the Dunvegan Garden Centre! Located just southwest of Calgary at Granary Road, this larger-than-life greenhouse carries both indoor and outdoor plants, landscaping supplies, gardening tools, and a ton more.
Where: 226066 112 Street W, Foothills County
Time: 9 am – 5 pm
Cost: FREE
GET SOME SUN AT THE LILAC FESTIVAL
It’s finally here, friends! This June Calgary’s beloved Lilac Festival – and its vendors, musicians, artists, and food trucks – are back and ready to rock your world. It’s been a long time coming, folks but they’ve finally returned!
When: Sunday, June 5th
Where: 4th street between 13th Ave and Elbow Drive
Time: 10 am – 6 pm
Cost: FREE
OR SAVE THE SPF & VISIT THE INGLEWOOD NIGHT MARKET
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This June vendors from all over the city will gather again for the beloved Inglewood Night Market! In addition to this, they’ll also have a beer garden, food trucks, live music, and encourage you to bring your dogs – so it’s going to be a good night! Check it out and enjoy.
When: Friday, June 10th
Where: 925 11 St SE, Calgary
Time: 5 pm – 11 pm
Cost: FREE
EXPERIENCE THE GLENBOW MUSEUM’S TEMPORARY EXHIBIT
Take a leisurely walk and support talented artists. This week, check out Calgary’s FREE Glenbow Museum popup exhibition space at the Edison for Here to Tell: Faces of Holocaust Survivors, a commemorative photography exhibit that you won’t want to miss.
Where: 150 9th Avenue SW, Calgary
Cost: FREE
SHOP THE EASY DAYS SPRING POP-UP
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If however, you’re among the many who will never tire from shopping in the sun, hit the East Village Riverwalk for the Easy Days pop-up market. Featuring Calgary artists and various artisan vendors, guests can enjoy performances and local goodies!
When: Saturday, June 11th
Where: Directions here, Calgary
Time: 12 pm – 6 pm
Cost: FREE
SUPPORT CONTEMPORARY CALGARY
A modern museum with wide-open spaces and many a tale to tell! Contemporary Calgary is a one-of-a-kind museum and the best part? Admission is only $10 – so go ahead and get that extra espresso shot in your coffee on the way there.
When: Open Wednesdays to Sundays
Where: 701 11th Street SW
Cost: $10+
TAKE AN OUTDOOR YOGA CLASS
Inhale, exhale, stretch and sweat at an all-ages free Yoga class in Stanley Park – after all, there’s really no better way to spend an afternoon than by winding down and breathing in some fresh air with your toes in the grass.
When: Every Sunday
Where: 1300 12 Street Northeast
Time: 1 pm
Cost: Pay-what-you-can
CUDDLE WITH A ROO AT COBB’S ADVENTURE PARK
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This spring snuggle a kangaroo or two, go axe throwing and place a bet on a round of minigolf! Whether you check them out for one of their many adult nights or just go during regular hours, you and yours are bound to have a ton of fun at Cobb’s Adventure Park.
Where: 1500 84th Street NE, Calgary
Time: 11 am – 5 pm
Tickets: $19.75+
ZIP THROUGH CACTUS COULEE FUN PARK
We love a little healthy competition! This spring, proceed with caution to Drumheller’s Cactus Coulee Fun Park and go head to head on their massive go-kart track, Eurobungy trampolines, or their mini-putting green!
Where: Box 388, Drumheller, Alberta
Cost: $13+
ENJOY A PATIO BEER
Finally, the warmer weather is here! If you’re like us, then you’re beyond ready to hit one of the many incredible patios in and around the city. Check out the link above for 10 of our favorite spots and enjoy!
ROCK ON AT SLED ISLAND
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Back with a kick-ass lineup of artists from a number of genres and backgrounds, Calgary’s Sled Island will take Calgary’s 4th street this June. Get ready – this year is expected to be quite a delight!
When: Wednesday, June 22nd – June 25th
Where: Venues around Calgary
Cost: $20+
TAKE A VINTAGE SIDECAR TOUR
Choose your own adventure or experience Calgary as never before. This sunny season, hop into an old-school sidecar for a unique tour of lakes, rivers, and breweries. The world is your oyster and the motorcyclist is your guide!
When: All June
Where: 414 Connaught Street, Jasper, Alberta
Cost: $18+
And there you have it friends, 15 FREE or cheap things to do in Calgary this June. Enjoy yourselves out there!
